Flying from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Surabaya Airport (SUB): what you need to know
Surabaya is six hours ahead of Amsterdam and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your AMS to SUB flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like September, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Surabaya Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between AMS and SUB:
Singapore Changi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Jeddah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Surabaya Airport (SUB)
At the moment, $649 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Surabaya Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,146. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AMS to SUB if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Surabaya Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Surabaya Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, 75% of flights complete their journey on time.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Surabaya Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Surabaya Airport (SUB)
Book a hotel close to SUB if you're catching a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Surabaya Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up the keys to a Surabaya Airport rental car from companies like Avis or TRAC Astra Rent A Car. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond Surabaya and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
Booking your ride from Surabaya Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Surabaya Airport (SUB)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Surabaya Airport. May is the busiest month to head to Surabaya. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Surabaya Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Surabaya, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from AMS to SUB in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Indonesia
Semarang is just one of the many cities in Indonesia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Surabaya. Around 257 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Prambanan, Indonesia Kaya Park and Masjid Agung Jawa Tengah.
Around 306 kilometres south-east of Surabaya, Denpasar is another favourite stop in Indonesia. Experience major highlights starting with Sanur Beach, Bali Dream Walk and Pantai Matahari Terbit Sanur.